420,000 drivers pay luxury car tax after threshold freeze
Frozen tax thresholds have dragged 420,000 motorists into paying the luxury vehicle levy, a 42% rise in two years. Discover how family cars are being caught in the tax net.
Frozen tax thresholds have dragged 420,000 motorists into paying the luxury vehicle levy, a 42% rise in two years. Discover how family cars are being caught in the tax net.
Tributes are paid to Doug Baldwin, a Normandy veteran and former POW who has died aged 100. We remember his courage and remarkable life story. Read more.
A parliamentary petition urges HMRC to double the personal tax allowance for state pensioners to £25,140. With 10,000 signatures, it seeks to protect pensioners from rising tax bills as thresholds remain frozen.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Autumn Budget sparks a 'double tax raid' on UK savings via ISA reforms and frozen tax thresholds. Discover the impact on your money and what you can do.
Hillingdon Council fines thousands of taxi drivers for illegal parking near Heathrow. MP warns of 'rogue driver' anti-social behaviour. Read the full enforcement details.
HMRC is launching an aggressive new crackdown on historic tax avoidance from 2026, with new powers, a US-style whistleblower reward scheme, and a surge in criminal investigations. Experts warn of risks.
HMRC is turning to artificial intelligence to tackle a £700m tax gap and improve compliance. The technology will identify risks faster but human caseworkers will make final decisions. Read the latest.
HMRC has issued clear guidance on tax refunds after a cheque was sent to an old address. Learn the steps to correct the error and the helpline number to call.
A group of British military veterans enjoyed a memorable flight in a historic Douglas Dakota, organised by the Taxi Charity for Military Veterans and Aero Legends. Discover how this special day was created.
UK drivers offering lifts for petrol money this December could face £2,500 fines and invalid insurance. Experts urge caution over 'simple acts of generosity'.
A damning report warns London's iconic black taxis could vanish by 2045. Despite a 68.6% rise in trainee drivers, Mayor Sadiq Khan is urged to act to protect the trade. Read the full story.
Robbie Hall, a 102-year-old Bomber Command veteran, fulfilled a lifelong dream with a glider flight over Cambridge, organised by the Taxi Charity. Read her inspiring story.
A frozen HMRC trading allowance is eroding the tax-free earnings of UK side hustlers on Vinted, eBay & Airbnb. See how inflation impacts your income.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces VAT changes for private hire vehicles from January 2026, levelling the playing field but potentially raising fares. Find out how this affects you.
The Autumn Budget's extended income tax threshold freeze until 2031 is a 'stealth tax' costing workers up to £4,420. Discover the generational split and financial impact.
UK drivers of electric and plug-in hybrid cars will face a new pay-per-mile tax from April 2028. Find out the rates and how it could affect your motoring costs.
HMRC is issuing revised tax codes midway through the 2025/26 tax year, impacting savers. Check your code now to avoid over or underpaying tax on your savings interest.
A public petition urging the government to raise the personal tax allowance to £20,000 has passed 30,000 signatures, piling pressure on Labour. Find out what happens next.
Business owners warn HMRC's 'Strengthened Reward Scheme' may spark malicious tip-offs and costly investigations. Read the risks and expert analysis.
HMRC has published the phased implementation dates for major tax reforms from the Autumn Budget, affecting savings, property, and pensions. Discover how and when the changes will impact you.
State pensioners with a two-digit 'M1' tax code may be owed thousands in emergency tax refunds from HMRC. Learn how to check your code and claim back an average of £3,539.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms frozen tax bands, dragging millions into higher rates. Discover how fiscal drag impacts your income and pension. Sign up for our money-saving newsletter.
HMRC is scrapping the £6 weekly working from home tax relief for 300,000 employees from April 2026. Experts warn of impacts on disabled workers and small business costs.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget excludes private hire from a VAT scheme, adding 20% to fares from January 2026. Experts warn of a 'taxi tax' hitting young and rural users hardest.
HMRC will launch a mandatory register for all tax advisers in May 2026. Learn about the new rules, penalties, and the £36m investment to modernise services.
HMRC can now track your online sales on platforms like Vinted and eBay. Exceeding thresholds could lead to fines or criminal investigation. Declare your side hustle now.
HMRC will gain access to UK households' crypto holdings from 2027. Learn how this tax crackdown affects you and what you need to report.
Over half of UK business leaders plan to slow hiring following the Autumn Budget, with many fearing further tax rises. Discover the impact on corporate growth.
UK households in council tax band D can get 100% discounts, leading to £0 bills before a 5% rise to £2,394. Learn how to apply for Council Tax Support.
The UK government announces new national minimum standards for taxi and private hire vehicle licensing to strengthen passenger safety. Learn how this crackdown affects you.